1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1980 Audi Sport
To start off, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Audi Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Audi Sport would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1980 Audi Sport. (300 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1980 Audi Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage weights approximately 820 kg more than 1980 Audi Sport. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Audi Sport is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 Audi Sport will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 180 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Audi Sport. (330 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Audi Sport.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1980 Audi Sport | |
| Make | Aston Martin | Audi |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Sport |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2133 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 330 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 79.3 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 86.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 8.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 250 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 90 L |
